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### Question: What causes Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy?
### Response: During the first 3 months, vaginal bleeding may be a sign of a miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. See the doctor right away.
During months 4 - 9 bleeding may be a sign of:
Abruptio placentae Miscarriage Placenta previa Vasa previa
Other possible causes of vaginal bleeding during pregnancy:
Early labor (bloody show) Ectopic pregnancy Infection of the cervix Trauma to the cervix from intercourse (small amount of bleeding)
Other diseases and medications can cause bleeding during pregnancy. The causes may differ depending on your age.
Characteristics of the bleeding can indicate its causes. These include:
Length of bleeding Quality (light or heavy bleeding, with or without pain) What makes the bleeding better What makes the bleeding worse